We're loving this #video by @joelsartore and so honored to be part of his amazing #photoark project! #birdsofinstagram REPOST from @natgeo : Video by @joelsartore | This least bittern arrived as a chick at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota (@wrcmn) after being found huddled up next to a house with no parents in sight. It had clearly been alone for a long time and showed signs of hypothermia. The bird weighed less than an AA battery and needed medical attention, so the center admitted it for care. Shortly after it’s admittance, this bird developed pneumonia and was placed on antibiotics and pain medication. Slowly but surely it regained its health and was eventually well enough to be released back into the wild to fly free. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota is one of the nation's oldest and most active wildlife hospitals. This year alone, the center is expects to treat more than 13,000 animals, most of which are brought in by concerned citizens in the area. The center runs solely on donations and is able to keep these creatures alive and well through the generosity of those who support it. To see a portrait of this least bittern, check out @joelsartore. . . #leastbitternheron #heron #birds #wildliferehabilitation #wildliferehab #nature #conservation #biodiversity #animalfacts #wildlife #wildlifephotography #natgeo #savetogether #photoark #Repost @natgeo with @insta.save.repost • • • - #regrann
